50 Things That Really Matter

by Hallmark

For many of us, life seems to be a constant scramble for more "stuff"—from fancier cars, to the latest electronic gadgets, from fine clothes to extravagant vacations. And if we fall short in our pursuit, we feel left out or depressed.

But are these the things that really matter in life?
Hardly.

What's really important are some of the simplest gestures, events and values—like a hug and a sunrise, courage and kindness, afternoon naps and hot summer nights.

The first-person stories in this book celebrate simple pleasures like these. And they show how focusing on these little things can help you overcome hardship and find great value in your life. Read these words and you'll be encouraged, enlightened and enriched from head to soul.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help

159 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Margaret Heninger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely a hallmark book with fun cozy short stories about how people and experiences matter more than things and money. Of course I loved reading this and relaxing with it!

[Joseph Scaduto · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some of the short anecdotes were tearjerkers, a few of them were funny, and most of them made me think. This was a quick read, and tapped emotions that I often work hard to suppress or ignore. I'm not sure if I would have chosen the same 50 things that really matter, but books like this force you to reflect and remember what is truly important in life.

[Brooke Clark · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Author of the book talks about the fifty things that really matter in life. This book really makes you think about your life and even everyone else's lives, the people that surround you; friends and family. It helps you understand that there are bigger things and smaller things in life, it can even help you solve any issues that you might have. 50 Things really put you in someone else's shoes and gives you different perspectives on pondering life.

[Constance · Rating 5 out of 5]

My nightly read before I turn out the lights .....
particularly good in these tumultuous times to balance my brain.
So when I finish rereading this, I will start again from the beginning
to remember what to be thankful for.

[Karine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Popsugar Reading Challenge 2026: A Book less than 260 pages.

This book had been on my TBR list for a long time. I am
So happy to have read it today and will open it again and again for the reminder.

[Leslie Lamb · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s the simple things in life that really matter. It’s not money or things. It’s family, faith, music...
The last quote is good-“happiness is a choice and you are the one responsible for it.”

[Kathy Gilliland · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read. Makes you appreciate things you sometimes take for granted.

[Jillian Bozarth · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good book of feel good short stories.

[Penny Dobbins · Rating 5 out of 5]

A remarkable book. I’m thankful I found this book and recommend it to everyone.

[Peggy Heitmann · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book very much. It delivered exactly what I was looking for--well written flash stories about things that matter. I wanted something inspiring but not too taxing to read.

[Brinley Stiles · Rating 4 out of 5]

this book was a super quick read and a good start to the new year!

[R.O.Z.Z.Y · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is meant to be shared especially to those people you think are going thru tough times or even if they’re not.
I love it!!!

[George Scott · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspirational?? a collection of short stories on the things that matter

[Renee' Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

A+

[Sara Blickenderfer · Rating 2 out of 5]

Reread from 8/8/2023. Originally 2⭐️. Stayed 2⭐️. Apparently had kept for just a few random notes.